Pastimes

Exploring the Wildlife Sanctuary at Carmel's Old Fairgrounds and Racetrack

STEVEN MATTSON

Just past Carmel High School on Fair Street, there is a small packedgravel parking area with enough room for maybe four cars. This is the access point for the Fred Dill Wildlife Sanctuary. Now a preserve, years ago this is where the Putnam County Fairgrounds and Racetrack were located.

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